Preconstruction Manager

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Preconstruction Manager to oversee estimating principles and manage project budgets while building relationships with owners and subcontractors. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering and 5-10 years of experience in preconstruction management. Join an employee-owned firm focused on core values and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of applicable estimating, design management and/or field management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Proven experience managing preconstruction for a wide range of relevant projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in interviews and interview preparation for negotiated bids.
• Track and manage project budget.
• Assist in training and development of project staff.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Management

Estimating Principles

Project Budget Management

Team Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Job description

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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Preconstruction Manager has a strong understanding of estimating principles. Depending on the specifics of the project, the Preconstruction Manager may be the primary day-to-day contact of the Owner and the design team.On more complex pursuits, the Preconstruction Manager may support the Preconstruction Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in interviews and interview preparation for negotiated bids,acting as “Bid Captain” on pursuits and leading estimate/bid process team meetings
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, subcontractors, vendors, internal clients and other key stakeholders, representing McCarthy on the jobsite, in the community and at industry events
• Track and manage project budget
• Prepare qualifications for project that align with contractual obligations, ensuring requirements are adhered to throughout the course of project and submitting contract documents for legal review
• Implement and overseepreconstruction and construction schedule
• Assist in training and development of project staff, and manage risk by implementing all applicable safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
• Manage and maintain all documentation/deliverables, presenting them to project owner in organized manner
• Represent McCarthy at design and coordination meetings, providing any alternative solutions and assisting in design decisions
• Participatein the prequalification process, in preparing responses to RFPs and RFQs, in managing the buyout log and chart of accounts
  
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, and/or 5-10 years of applicable estimating, design management and/or field management experience
• In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Proven experience managing preconstruction for a wide range of relevant projects
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
• Experience leading successful team ventures, including the development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities and subcontractor community
• Self-starter, highly motivated
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust and influence a wide variety of audiences
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction
  
  
  

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Management, and Engineering

• Industries

  Construction

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